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Tuesday, May 11, 2010

monogram cupcake toppers


Remember last week's post about the daisy cupcake toppers? Well, while we were at it, we also made monogram cupcake toppers using a little white chocolate and sprinkles. You can create any letter in any font, or any other shape. Here's how.

To use a specific font, print out your letter exactly the size you want it. Cover your printed page with a piece of wax paper.

Melt your melting chocolate according to package directions. Spoon melted chocolate into an icing bag or plastic bag with the tip cut off. Pipe the chocolate onto the wax paper following your printed guide (or freehand it if you're artistic, or just brave).


Immediately sprinkle with nonpareils or other sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Allow to dry for several minutes, then carefully pull shapes or letters off the wax paper and put on top of cupcakes.


Think how cute these would be with the birthday girl or boy's initial on them. Or any shape that goes along with your party theme. Custom toppers for any occasion!
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34 comments:

  1. PaisleyJadeMay 11, 2010 at 1:52 AM

    What a cool idea - why didn't I ever think of that!!!

    You are awesome!

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  2. SianMay 11, 2010 at 2:26 AM

    What a great idea, they look fantastic! I'll be giving those a try, thanks!

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  3. UnknownMay 11, 2010 at 2:37 AM

    A unique & sweet topper...thanks for the tute :)

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  4. HeidiMay 11, 2010 at 4:18 AM

    What an adorable idea! I can't believe I've never saw this before. It looks so easy. Thanks so much for sharing. I can't wait to try it out :)

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  5. ~aprilMay 11, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    super idea!!!!

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  6. KerryMay 11, 2010 at 6:51 AM

    WOW what a simple but effective idea. I would never have thought of doing that in a million years.

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  7. GroverFamilyMay 11, 2010 at 7:38 AM

    what a great idea...this would be so cute to do for baby showers too! if you want to link up your idea i have a linky going on
    http://lifewiththegrovers.blogspot.com/2010/05/birthday-cake.html

    thank you for sharing your idea:)

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  8. DianaMay 11, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    I love this idea! Thanks for sharing it.

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  9. AmyMay 11, 2010 at 8:04 AM

    I love this idea! Especially with the different designs for holidays. Thanks for sharing!

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  10. TashaMay 11, 2010 at 8:22 AM

    Okay. That is stinkin cute and fabulous. I am just loving them. Great and fun idea

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  11. LauraMay 11, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    Those are PRECIOUS and I can't wait until I have an occasion to make some! Thanks for sharing this idea!

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  12. Scented SweetpeasMay 11, 2010 at 10:12 AM

    Fab idea thank you!

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  13. sherreeMay 11, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    what a adorable idea!!!!

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  14. Rachel@oneprettything.comMay 11, 2010 at 2:50 PM

    Ooh these are FABULOUS! These are perfect for a party I'm throwing next week. Thanks! I'll be linking as well.

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  15. AmyMay 11, 2010 at 3:01 PM

    This is seriously TOO cute, especially for my girls who believe EVERYTHING, and I mean EVERYTHING tastes better with sprinkles! Thanks for the great idea.

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  16. AnnieMay 11, 2010 at 4:03 PM

    These are so cute. It is such a simple and easy idea that looks so great. We wanted to share this on our blog tomorrow. Thanks for sharing.
    http://simplyhomeandfamily.blogspot.com/

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  17. emerzimMay 11, 2010 at 7:00 PM

    I love all things monogrammed. And now I think I know how I am going to decorate some housewarming party cupcakes. Thank you!

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  18. Carpenter'sMay 11, 2010 at 10:08 PM

    Soo pretty I really need to try this out sometime. I never thought about putting script underneath it. GREAT idea!

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  19. -Sydney-May 12, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    Very cool!

    Also, that chocolate frosting looks so silky! What recipe do you use?

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  20. DeniseMay 12, 2010 at 7:41 PM

    Oh my gosh...I wish I found this idea when my kids were little and I had to make cupcakes for parties. I'm going to make orange University of Illinois "I"'s and put them on blue cupcakes the next time I visit my daughter! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!

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  21. glorMay 12, 2010 at 7:46 PM

    Great idea. Will have to do this ... love it!!!

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  22. thedoodlegirlMay 12, 2010 at 9:29 PM

    Okay those are absolutely adorable!!

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  23. valentinegirlMay 13, 2010 at 6:27 AM

    I am totally going to make those for my son's 7th birthday for his class cupcakes. He will be thrilled with a bunch of 7s all lined up to give to his friends!! Much more fun than the little flag toppers I was going to make....

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  24. Mama HenMay 13, 2010 at 6:36 AM

    Oh my goodness, I love it! My daughter and I love to bake. I am new to your blog and will be a follower! It is great! Visit me at Mama's Little Chick-
    www.mamaslittlechick.com

    Mama Hen

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  25. WendyMay 13, 2010 at 7:08 AM

    Couldn't there be a tip for "fat-free adorable/delicious monogrammed cupcake toppers?" Pul-eeeeese? :)

    These are great...

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  26. RachelMay 13, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    These are ADORABLE! I think I'll do this for our circus themed birthday party this summer. Thanks for this!

    Btw, I shared your tutorial link and blog link on MY blog . . .so others could see the cuteness!

    http://followinginmyshoes.com/musings/i-wanna-do-that/

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  27. emilyMay 13, 2010 at 11:40 AM

    love these!!!

    tomorrow one of my baby girls is turning 5 . . . making these tonight to send to school with her!!!!

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  28. ShannonMay 15, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    I love decorating cupcakes so I will definately have to give this one a try!

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  29. AnonymousMay 17, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    I tried this over the weekend and it's such fun - thanks!

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  30. Michelle S.May 17, 2010 at 4:57 PM

    Those are very cute!

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  31. PuppyLovePrincessMay 23, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    these are so cute, and easy, too! i will definitely be making them. i'll also be posting about them on my blog (w/credits and link.) thanks again for sharing your creativity :)

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  32. Neisa MarieMay 25, 2010 at 8:33 PM

    holy cow this is AMAZING must feature. www.diycelebrations.blogspot.com

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  33. UnknownJune 2, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    I know you wrote this about a million years ago, but I just wanted to let you know that I just started a cupcake business (SUPER small - just me) and my fist customer wants a monogram on the top of her cupcakes. You are my lifesaver!

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  34. UnknownJune 3, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    I just posted my own attempts at these monogram cupcake toppers (with a link here, of course).

    Thanks again for the idea!

    http://www.lindsayblogs.com/2011/06/03/melting-chocolate/

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